Specimen Type:
Eswab collected from wound lesion or abscess.
Cause for Rejection:
Quantity not sufficient, improper specimen type, improper storage/transport, improper swab, dry swab, swab not present, multiple swabs per vial, mislabeled, or unlabeled.
Storage:
Transport at room temperature. Upon arrival in laboratory, store refrigerated.
Special Instructions:
Requisition must state specific site where specimen was taken along with any important information regarding patient diagnosis e.g. animal bite).